July 8, 10-4 (basic techniques/understanding of adhesives/composition/a little history & use of artists 35 year history of collecting collage materials) all workshops : beginning to experienced participants welcome, small classes and consultation on individual projects, all materials supplied $75. wmelart@yahoo.com to sign-up and other information

Forest Stories: Book Arts from the Environmental Studio of Mary Ellen Longshowcases a selection of artists' books that explore themes of nature, ritual, process, and time. The works come from the Long's personal collection and from the University Libraries' Fine Press and Artists' Books Collection.

Exhibit runs through November 28th

The talk I did for the opening last month is now posted on the Library website

My work will be available at Studio &'s fundraising event, 10X10 featuring many stellar Durango Artists. Help Studio & continue its creative opportunities for artists and exciting exhibits and events by participating. Go to anddurango.com or Studio & 1027 Main to purchase tickets. Only 30 tickets are available so hurry on down!Each ticket holder goes home with a piece of art.

My new mixed media drawings using collage, pigment and sands are being shown at the Durango Arts Center through February 20 - part of the Show honoring the 2016 Sweethearts. The Friends of the Art Library (FOAL), Barbara Klema, Deborah Gorton, Louise Grunewald, Leesa Gawlik, and Jane Steel are also showing wonderful artworks.

The opening reception of THE WHITE SEASON at the Durango Arts Center was truly a celebration of winter with very cold temperatures and very icy roads after a few days of snow. The approach to the entry doors was lite with little snowball sculptures and the lobby was dimly lit with candles and icicles in snow. The overall effect of the varied media of the show's artists, white on white, varied shades of white, blues and black was ethereal and meditative. Test on three walls spelled out poetry that spoke of winter. A great crowd showed up which was quite amazing considering the weather.

Open book sculpture "Veiling" on pedestal and cast kozo/abaca paper installation "Connemara" on center wall by ME Long